TOPICS PRESENTED AT PREVIOUS PRACTICAL MARITIME DISPUTE RESOLUTION SEMINARS
1ST PRACTICAL DISPUTE RESOLUTION SEMINAR
Overview of Maritime Activity in Nigeria
Its history
potential and importance to the national economy
global trends
2. Overview of Dispute Resolution In The Maritime Sector
Litigation
alternative methods of dispute resolution
applicable international codes and convention
Jurisdiction and arbitration clauses
Local experience- Problems with the court system
Advantages of arbitration/mediation over litigation
3. Issues in Alternative Dispute Settlement in the Maritime Sector
The role and responsibilities of Arbitrators and Mediators
Dispute resolution clause
Jurisdiction and powers of arbitrators/mediators
Ethical conduct
Applicable laws and rules
The role of P& I clubs
Courts support of dispute resolution process
Analysis of enforcement of Arbitral Awards
4. International sale of Goods and Carriage by Sea-Practical Applications
Contracts for the international sale of goods
Letters of credit
Bills of lading
Charter parties
International marine cargo Insurance
Ship purchases
Ship mortgages
5. Dispute Settlement: The role of MAAN
2nd PRACTICAL DISPUTE RESOLUTION SEMINAR
Introduction to Maritime Arbitration
Other ADR Mechanisms
Challenges of choosing the right mechanism, dispute resolution, clause, law, rules, and venue
Ethical conducts of arbitrators and other neutral
Effective cost control in dispute settlement proceedings
Issues arising in ship operation and management
Disputes relating to pilotage and salvage
Marine Insurance claims
Dispute resolution in specific transactional contexts
Port Operation/ Documentation
Ship sales and purchase/ contracts of affreightment
Export credit insurance and guarantees
Problems associated with marine cargo claims
Role of MAAN/ Nigerian Shippers Council/ Cargo Defence Fund